Winter Power Outage? Here’s How a Standby Generator Can Keep You Safe
Mount Holly, NJ residents aren’t strangers to winter storms that involve high winds, extremely low temperatures, and snow. Power outages can happen as a result, putting your safety and well-being at risk. Standby generators can help make it easier to get through the winter season by providing emergency home power when you need it most. […]
Do I Need to Upgrade My Electrical Panel for an EV Charger?
Installing a Level 2 EV charging station at your home makes life much more convenient and allows you to save money compared to using public chargers. You can also use Level 1 charging by plugging your EV into a standard 120-volt outlet. However, Level 1 charging is very slow. Level 2 charging stations run on […]
Is Surge Protection Still Necessary?
With each new advancement modern technology makes, systems and appliances are becoming better at protecting themselves from various aspects of life and are being made tougher. This begs the question: Is it still necessary to have external protection from power surges? We at Raynor Services believe it is, and in this blog post, our goal is to explain […]
When Flickering Lights Are a Big Problem
What does it mean when the lights in your home flicker? If you are experiencing this annoying phenomenon, there could be a few minor issues at play, but in many cases, it is a telltale sign of a more serious electrical problem. While there are some common culprits, like a loose connection, many concerns require […]
How Effective Are Whole House Surge Protectors
A power surge is an unexpected increase in voltage and is typically caused by lightning strikes, faulty or old wiring, short circuits and tripped breakers, power line surges, and the routine operation of household appliances and electronics. These surges can be small or large and result in reduced performance or catastrophic damage. Given the importance […]
Why You Shouldn’t Install a Ceiling Fan Yourself
Nothing beats the cool breeze from a ceiling fan on a hot summer day while relaxing in your home. Ceiling fans are a great addition to any room, adding style and reducing overall energy costs. To save even more money, you might decide to install a ceiling fan yourself. While this initially might seem like […]
Reasons to Switch to LED Lighting
One of the most annoying things as a homeowner is dealing with flickering lights or lights that consistently die out. You try to screw it tighter or flip the light switch until you are forced to get in your car, head to the store, and buy MORE light bulbs just to repeat the same process […]
Everything You Need to Know About Whole House Surge Protection
The modern home looks a lot different today than it did 20 years ago. Not necessarily because of how homes are built or how they look stylistic, but because of what we’re sheltering inside of our homes. High-technology appliances, home offices stocked with laptops, monitors, and wires, modern home entertainment systems, the list of electronics […]
Backyard Lighting Ideas to Transform Your Home
Perhaps this year more than any other, we’ve all realized how valuable outdoor spaces are. We spent countless hours with friends and families out on the patio, socializing at a distance in our backyards, and cooking on the grill. As we move further into the summer, the team at Raynor Services wants to help you […]
Reasons to Upgrade to Energy-Efficient Lighting
As many industrial appliances are pivoting towards energy-efficient replacements, your company’s lighting installations should be no different. In fact, energy-efficient lighting not only dramatically reduces company usage and maintenance costs but also improves the quality of light while leaving a much smaller carbon footprint than traditional lights. These lights essentially reduce the amount of energy […]